Boca Finalizes Lineup to Face Barracas Central

Boca Juniors is navigating a challenging period following the recent death of their coach, Miguel Ángel Russo. The team faced a tough setback with a loss to Belgrano at La Bombonera, which dropped them out of the top eight in Group A of the 2025 Torneo Clausura. This positioning complicates their chances of qualifying for the CONMEBOL Libertadores.

Boca’s Upcoming Match Against Barracas Central

Boca Juniors is set to play Barracas Central on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 16:00. This game was originally postponed due to Russo’s passing. The players aim to secure much-needed points to improve their standings.

Player Updates and Lineup Changes

Leandro Paredes, a key midfielder and World Cup champion, will return for this match after missing previous games due to a FIFA break. Despite a difficult outing against Belgrano, where he scored an own goal, Paredes is expected to play an essential role.

• Player Injuries:
  • Alan Velasco is out for the season due to injury.
  • Rodrigo Battaglia suffered a left soleus tear and is likely unavailable for the Superclásico.
  • Edinson Cavani is training separately, targeting a return against Estudiantes.
• New Additions:
  • Milton Delgado returns to the squad after competing in the U20 World Cup.
  • Williams Alarcón will be in the starting XI, replacing Brian Aguirre, who is recovering from illness.

Current Standings

Boca Juniors currently sits in ninth place in Group A, with Racing, Barracas, and Tigre all ahead of them. Meanwhile, Deportivo Riestra has surpassed Boca in the annual table, placing them in fifth.

Boca’s Lineup Against Barracas Central

The following players will take to the field:

As Boca prepares for the match, they must overcome their recent struggles to reignite their season. Success against Barracas Central is crucial for their aspirations in the tournament.